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I&M Bank joins thousands in the fight against HIV/AIDS at the 2025 Kabaka Birthday Run

Brian EmorutCompany NewsNews & AnalysisSponsored ContentApril 7, 2025April 7, 2025

Despite a rainy Sunday morning, Lubiri, Mengo, was buzzing with energy, as thousands of runners from across the country, turned up to take part in the 12th edition of the…

brainchild Burson Unveils New Identity, Marks 10 Years in East Africa’s Communications Industry

Muhereza KyamuteteraCompany NewsEast AfricaNews & AnalysisSponsored ContentApril 7, 2025April 7, 2025

brainchild BCW, a Uganda-based reputation management, digital, and experiential agency, has announced a brand refresh, unveiling a new identity as brainchild Burson. The announcement was made at the agency’s offices…

Concern for the Girl Child (CGC) at 25: New Board, Renewed Mission for the Girl Child

Muhereza KyamuteteraCompany NewsNews & AnalysisApril 4, 2025April 4, 2025

As CGC commemorates its silver jubilee, it ushers in a new era of leadership—an extraordinary board whose collective experience and passion signal a bold step into the future. From global…

Airtel Uganda launches New Network Sites in Kabarole to Accelerate Digital Transformation of the Tourism City.

Brian EmorutCompany NewsNews & AnalysisSponsored ContentApril 3, 2025April 3, 2025

Airtel Uganda has today reinforced its commitment to providing superior network connectivity by commissioning eight new network sites in Fort Portal City. This expansion is part of Airtel’s continued investment…

Fired-Up! Charles Mudiwa’s 2024 Big dfcu Bank Turnaround 

CEO East Africa MagazineNews & AnalysisThe Big StoryApril 3, 2025April 13, 2025

When dfcu Bank in January 2017, acquired Crane Bank, then one of the five largest Banks in Uganda, for UGX200 billion, it had been hoped that dfcu’s market share fortunes…

Fundación Xcalibur, Real Madrid Foundation and I&MBank join forces to develop a social sports school in Uganda

Kisakye ImaniBanking & Financial ServicesNews & AnalysisSponsored ContentApril 2, 2025April 4, 2025

Fundación Xcalibur, whose mission is to promote and support the education of children, youth, and women in vulnerable situations, using sports, training, and culture as motivational tools, has signed a…

Africa’s Billionaires Are Richer Than Ever — And Tanzania’s Mohammed Dewji Stands Tall as East Africa’s Lone Billionaire

Muhereza KyamuteteraBillionairesEntrepreneurshipGlobal NewsNews & AnalysisSponsored ContentApril 2, 2025April 2, 2025

In a landmark moment for African enterprise, the continent’s wealthiest individuals have crossed the $100 billion threshold for the first time. The 2025 Forbes Africa Billionaires List shows that the…

10 Ways to Spot and Guard Against AI-Assisted Frauds and Cybersecurity Scams

Muhereza KyamuteteraNews & AnalysisApril 2, 2025April 2, 2025

This week, Ugandans were confronted with a chilling reminder that AI-driven fraud is no longer a distant threat—it’s here. A deepfake video began circulating online, falsely portraying billionaire businessman Dr….

Men and women who will be driving Uganda’s power distribution function: Who is who on UEDCL’s Exco team? 

Paul MurungiEast AfricaExecutive ProfilesNews & AnalysisThe Big StoryApril 1, 2025April 1, 2025

As Uganda Electricity Distribution Company (UEDCL) formally takes over the power distribution function, it will be months or even years before Ugandans move on from the days of Umeme.  Yes,…

UEDCL officially takes over Uganda’s power distribution network 

Paul MurungiNews & AnalysisThe Big StoryMarch 31, 2025March 31, 2025

The Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) has officially taken over the distribution network from Umeme Limited, marking the end of a 20-year concession period that began in 2004. This…